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Developed for the U.S. Army, Primaloft PL1
Patented Synthetic Down is a unique Microfiber insulation
which resembles the physical and thermal properties of down.
At equal weights and densities, Primaloft insulation remains
lighter and is unsurpassed in its ability to keep you drier and
warmer than down and other synthetics.
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Benefits Statement
WARMER
- Patented Synthetic Down
- Ounce-for-Ounce as Warm as Down
- Wind Resistant
- Lightweight Warmth Without Bulk
- Superior Thermal Resistance
DRIER
- Superior Water Repellency and Breathability
- Baked-on Waterproof Treatment
- Retains Warmth Properties When Exposed to Moisture
SOFTER
- Superior Softness
- Compresses Like Down
- Fibers are FIner and Softer than Silk
- Easy-Care Machine Wash and Dry
| Thermal Resistance
Dry vs. Wet
3oz/yd2 Micro/Macro Fiber
Thermal Resistance or R-Value measures the ability of a product to resist heat loss. To increase R-Value , add bulk.
Water Repellency
Percentage of Water Gain
Equal weights of insulation submersed in room-tempurature
water for 20 minutes. Excess water removed before weighing. |